Magnesium

Not to be confused with the candy, which has no licorice in it, licorice has many wonderful properties. These include:

• Supporting healthy adrenal function by slowing down the breakdown of your own adrenal hormones. Though very helpful for supporting your adrenal stress handler gland (see Adrenal Fatigue), too much can cause high blood pressure and other symptoms of excessive adrenal function. So more is not better, and use reputable products that supply optimal dosing.
• Supporting healthy stomach function. Got heartburn? Get licorice. Licorice stimulates production of the healthy mucus lining which is your first defense against stomach acid irritating your stomach. Using the DGL form of licorice avoids the risk of excessive adrenal stimulation.
• Antiviral effects.